PUNTA GORDA, FL 33983 1196 Ricardo LANE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. DOUBLE CUL-DE-SAC LOT! AMAZING LAKEFRONT 3 BEDROOM + BONUS/CRAFT ROOM, 2 BATH, 4-CAR GARAGE POOL HOME IN HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER DEED RESTRICTED DEEP CREEK! Expansive outdoor entertaining area features covered lanai with tile flooring and wood ceiling, screened heated pool and spa, outside bath access, wide view screens, outside patio grilling area plus additional gazebo to enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail overlooking the beautiful scenery of Lake Zapa. Exceptional style exudes throughout with approximately 2,400 sf of living area, high ceilings, soothing neutral décor, modern features, large windows for an abundance of natural light and custom shades, new engineered hardwood flooring in main living areas plus the family room offers LED fireplace as focal point. Well-appointed kitchen boasts granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, breakfast bar and casual dining area. More custom cabinets have been added to the laundry room as well as to the large craft room! The craft room also includes a large granite island perfect for working on any and all projects and is flexible to fit many needs. Light and bright primary suite features access to lanai and private en-suite bath boasting custom vanity, free-standing claw-foot tub and a glass enclosed tiled shower. The attached walk-in closet also has custom cabinets allowing for ample storage. Split floor plan provides privacy for guests with each bedroom offering walk-in closets and the guest bath has also been updated with custom cabinets and a new glass-enclosed tiled shower. Additional great features and updates include new pool heater in 2019, new water heater and roof in 2022, new A/C/heat pump in 2023, new hurricane windows throughout the house, hurricane shades on the lanai and hurricane protection on the front door and garage windows, a convenient breezeway to attached garage, two irrigated lots plus meticulously landscaped exterior. Lots of privacy thanks to Deep Creek greenbelts and being on a lake lot to enjoy watching numerous birds including the pair of Eagles nesting across the lake, pelicans, egrets and Wood Storks. The friendly neighborhood tucked away from busy streets yet close to shopping, entertainment, I-75, schools, parks, golf and just a short drive to downtown historic Punta Gorda, known for its world-class fishing and boating, community events and entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity! Schedule your private showing today!